Outpatient Admissions
Department: | Admissions |
Hours: | Friday-Sunday 7p – 7a |
Summary: Arranges for the efficient and orderly admission of inpatients and admission of individuals who have hospital based outpatient testing or procedures. Ensures that the patient information is collected and that patients are aware of hospital policies and procedures. Interviews incoming patient or representatives and enters information required for admission into computer database.
- Provides information to the patient/representative about billing, complaint process, patient rights, HIPAA and visiting hours. Distributes hospital specific literature.
- Responsible for insuring that a patient’s valuables are taken home by a family member or secured in the safe.
- Communicates appropriately and clearly to supervisor, nurse managers, coworkers and physicians.
- Consults other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs.
- Responsible, when previous arrangements have been made or a co-payment is required, to collect such payments, record payment and post to the account and forward to the Business Office staff.
- Responsible for knowing hospital policies and being familiar with hospital services that are available.
- Refers patient to the Business Office when financial arrangements need to be made.
- Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function well in stressful situations.
- Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity; ensures confidentiality of patients’ records.
- Interacts professionally with patient/family and provides explanations and verbal reassurance as necessary.
Minimum Qualifications:
- A High school education or its equivalent is required
- Prior experience in an admissions role is preferred
- Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Knowledge of computer programs.
- Must be well organized and detail oriented.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees and the public.
Great Benefits Include:
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- State Retirement
- Vacation
- Holidays
- Sick Time
- Dental
- Vision
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Discount Employee Pharmacy Program at our Pharmacy
- Clinic Visits at no cost to full-time employees
If you feel you want a challenge with excellent benefits,
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This institution is an equal opportunity employer and provider.
Date Posted: 4/28/25